High Desert Living at an Honest Price
Mountain Home is Elmore County's largest city, situated along I-84 about 45 miles southeast of Boise. It's home to Mountain Home Air Force Base (Mountain Home AFB), one of the premier fighter wing bases in the country, which creates a strong, stable employment base and a diverse, close-knit community.
For buyers seeking the most affordable Idaho home prices in our service area, Mountain Home delivers. You'll find spacious homes, large lots, and desert landscapes that offer their own dramatic beauty — and Boise is a straight shot west on the interstate.
Why Buyers Choose Mountain Home
- Most affordable median home price in our service area
- Mountain Home AFB — strong military community and employment
- Anderson Ranch Reservoir — fishing, boating, and camping
- Bald Mountain and South Fork Boise River access for outdoor recreation
- 45 minutes to Boise via I-84
- Strong community spirit and low cost of living
Schools
- Mountain Home School District
- Mountain Home High School
- On-base schooling options through DOD schools